Hobart 13kg Potato Peeler with Hose Connection
Product Description
The Hobart potato peeler is a floor-standing commercial unit designed for continuous, high-throughput vegetable preparation. With a 13kg peeling capacity per cycle, it is intended for kitchens where potatoes form...
Specifications
- Colour
- Silver
- Dimensions
- 946(H) x 559(W) x 594(D)mm
- Material
- Stainless Steel
- Power
- 370W. 15A
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Product Description
The Hobart potato peeler is a floor-standing commercial unit designed for continuous, high-throughput vegetable preparation. With a 13kg peeling capacity per cycle, it is intended for kitchens where potatoes form a significant part of daily prep — not the occasional side dish, but volume prep that needs to be reliable and repeatable across every service. The hose connection allows spent water and peelings to be discharged directly, which keeps the workflow clean and reduces handling between cycles.
In a busy kitchen environment, this type of machine earns its place through consistency. The motor is built to Hobart's commercial specification and is designed to handle repeated back-to-back loads without performance drop-off. Results vary appropriately with potato age and grade, which is normal for any abrasive peeler — operators working with older or irregular stock should factor that in. The stainless steel construction holds up well under daily wash-down conditions and the demands of a professional prep environment.
From an operational standpoint, the key advantages are straightforward:
- Reduces manual peeling labour significantly in high-volume prep kitchens
- Consistent cycle results with fresh, good-grade stock
- Hose connection simplifies waste discharge and keeps the prep area cleaner
- Stainless steel construction supports regular cleaning routines
- Built to Hobart's commercial durability standards for long service life
Installation requires a suitable floor drain or waste connection to make use of the hose discharge, along with an appropriate electrical supply. At 80kg, the unit needs a permanent, dedicated position in the prep area — this is not a machine that gets moved around. Floor space and proximity to drainage should be confirmed before ordering.
This peeler is well suited to mid-to-large scale catering operations: contract caterers, large pub kitchens, hotels, and institutional catering where potato prep volume justifies a dedicated machine. For lighter or more occasional use, a smaller-capacity unit may be more appropriate; for very high-volume central production kitchens, a heavier-duty model from the range may be worth considering.
If you are unsure whether the 13kg capacity is the right fit for your prep volumes or want to talk through the installation requirements, the team is happy to help you work through it before you commit.
Key Features
- 13kg peeling capacity per cycle for high-volume potato prep
- Hose connection for direct waste and water discharge
- Powerful motor built for continuous back-to-back commercial operation
- Stainless steel construction withstands daily wash-down and heavy use
- Consistent peeling results aligned to potato age and grade
Operational Benefits
- Significantly reduces manual peeling labour during busy prep periods
- Keeps the prep area cleaner with integrated waste discharge connection
- Handles repeated cycles without performance drop-off during peak prep
- Durable build lowers maintenance demands and supports long service life
- Reliable output helps operators manage prep time more predictably
Specifications
- Colour
- Silver
- Dimensions
- 946(H) x 559(W) x 594(D)mm
- Material
- Stainless Steel
- Power
- 370W. 15A
- Warranty
- 1 Year
- Weight
- 80kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- For most mid-scale operations — busy pub kitchens, hotels serving up to a few hundred covers, or institutional catering — a 13kg cycle capacity is workable with back-to-back loading. Very high-volume central production kitchens processing large tonnages daily may find a higher-capacity model better suited; it is worth talking through your actual daily prep volumes before deciding.
- The unit requires a suitable electrical supply and, to make full use of the hose connection, a nearby floor drain or waste outlet for water and peel discharge. At 80kg it needs a fixed, level position in the prep area. You should confirm floor drainage provision and the electrical supply before installation.
- Like all abrasive drum peelers, results are influenced by the age and grade of the potatoes being processed — fresher, more uniform stock will peel more evenly and efficiently. Older or irregular potatoes may require slightly longer cycle times or some manual finishing. This is normal across the category and not a limitation specific to this machine.